Mia vs Odessa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Odessa

Girl #1,586 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"city of Odysseus"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English Eastern European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,586
Total SSA Count
133
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dessie, Desi, Odie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Mia Rank #5
Odessa Rank #1,586

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1586 for Odessa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mia ___

  • Mia Rose
  • Mia Grace
  • Mia Jane
  • Mia Claire
  • Mia Elizabeth
  • Mia Louise

Odessa ___

  • Odessa Rose
  • Odessa Grace
  • Odessa Mae
  • Odessa Claire
  • Odessa June
  • Odessa Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Odessa

Penelope Calliope Cassius Leander Persephone

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Odessa more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Odessa at #1586 in the United States.

What do Mia and Odessa mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Odessa means "city of Odysseus" (Greek origin).

Are Mia and Odessa boy or girl names?

Mia is primarily a girl name. Odessa is primarily a girl name.

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